Conventional and Contemporary Trends in Educational Research encapsulates the dynamic landscape of research within the field of education. In the conventional context, educational research traditionally focused on quantitative studies, standardized testing, and teacher-centered methodologies. These older trends often emphasized rote learning and memorization, with an emphasis on uniformity and standardization in the educational system. However, contemporary trends in educational research reflect a paradigm shift. Researchers increasingly embrace a broader spectrum of methodologies, including qualitative and mixed-method approaches. There's a shift towards a student-centered approach that emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and active learning. These trends acknowledge the diverse learning needs of students and recognize the importance of individualized, culturally responsive, and inclusive pedagogical practices. Furthermore, contemporary educational research emphasizes the integration of technology in teaching and learning, with a focus on digital literacy, online learning platforms, and the potential of artificial intelligence and virtual reality in education. It also investigates issues like equity in education, socio-emotional learning, and the impact of socio-cultural factors on learning outcomes. In essence, "Conventional and Contemporary Trends in Educational Research" represents the evolution of educational research from traditional, teacher-centric methods to a more diverse, student-centered, and technologically-influenced landscape, reflecting the changing needs and aspirations of modern learners and educators. In this presentation, we will explore both traditional and innovative approaches to educational research.

1. Conventional and Contemporary
Trends in Educational Research
Educational research is constantly
evolving. In this presentation, we will
explore both traditional and innovative
approaches to educational research.
by Dr. Roma Smart Joseph
Professor, Dept. of B.Ed. Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow (UP)
romasmart17@gmail.com

2. Importance of Educational Research
1 Validation of Teaching
Strategies
Educational research
validates the most
effective teaching
strategies that we can
use in the classroom.
2 Continued Improvement
It helps in continued
improvement of
educational programs
for the benefit of
learners.
3 Enhanced Decision Making
Educational research enables decision-making for
policies, programs, and funding allocation in
education.

3. Conventional Trends in Educational Research
Traditional Methods
1. Survey Research
2. Experimental Research
3. Observational Research
4. Case Study Research
5. Historical Research
6. Correlational Research
7. Longitudinal Research
Research Designs
1. Experimental Design
2. Quasi-Experimental Design
3. Survey Research Design
4. Observational Design
5. Case Study Design
6. Longitudinal Design
7. Cross-Sectional Design
8. Correlational Design
9. Mixed-Methods Design
10. Historical Design
11. Action Research Design
12. Ethnographic Design
13. Content Analysis Design
14. Comparative Design
Data Collection Methods
Surveys
Questionnaires
Observations

4. Contemporary Trends in Educational Research
1 Emerging Methodologies
Ethnography
Action research.
2
Innovative Research Tools
Virtual reality
Machine learning. 3 Impact on Practices
Impact of these emerging
trends on educational practices
and policies.

5. Benefits of Qualitative Research
Rich Data
Qualitative research methods can
generate in-depth information about
participants' perspectives and
experiences.
Flexible
The flexibility of these research
methods allows researchers to
explore topics in-depth, generating
new themes and perspectives.
Contextualization
Qualitative research allows
researchers to contextualize the
findings within broader social and
cultural contexts.
Interpretation
Researchers can more readily reach
a deep understanding of meaning
within small-n research contexts
through qualitative methods.

6. Benefits of Mixed Methods Research
Comprehensive Mixed methods research combines
the strengths of qualitative and
quantitative research methods,
allowing for a comprehensive
understanding of a research question
that can answer 'what' and 'why'
questions.
Validation Findings from one method can be
used to validate the findings from
another method.
Limitations The limitations of one method can be
overcome by using another method in
combination.

7. Innovative Research Technologies
Data Analysis
Innovative tools
such as machine
learning and natural
language processing
can provide deep,
rich insights into
research data.
Virtual Reality
Virtual Reality can
allow researchers to
simulate real-world
situations for the
evaluation of
practices and
interventions.
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence
can automate data
collection and
analysis for
researchers,
expediting the
process.

8. Future Trends in Educational Research
1 Improving Accessibility
New technologies to enhance
inclusivity in educational research
and to make them more accessible to
a larger population of researchers.
2
Online Learning
The emergence of online learning
and hybrid modes of delivery may
necessitate new research
methodologies. 3 Growing Cross-disciplinary Research
As the lines between disciplines blur
and there is a growing
acknowledgment of the
interconnectedness of various fields,
cross-disciplinary research may
become more popular in the future.

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